2001 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A4 | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |